Analytical Instrumentation & Environmental Monitoring


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New instrument accurately measures pH/ORP
July 2007
The accurate measurement of pH/ORP (oxidation reduction potential) is critical in industries ranging from chemical processing, pulp and paper, food and beverage, biotechnology and pharmaceutical. Additionally, ...

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New multiple sample processing system
July 2007, Labotec
Although conventional sample work-up with a rotary evaporator offers ease of operation, robustness, and flexibility, it is limited to single evaporation or parallel evaporation with the so-called 'spider'. ...

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ASTM standardises on electrode for determination of pHe of ethanol
July 2007, Labotec
With the growing interest in biofuels as a part substitute for conventional fuels, US legislation and state-mandated programmes such as Epact, the Reformulated Gas Program, VEETC, and Renewable Fuel Standards ...

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Vacuum pumps for moisture laden gases
July 2007, Labotec
Diaphragm pumps have established themselves as the preferred source of vacuum for laboratories. They do not contaminate your media, can be supplied with universal chemical resistance, and are maintenance-free, ...

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Analyser measures five gases simultaneously
July 2007
The ENDA-600 series from Horiba includes a single analyser unit that measures NOX, SOx, CO, CO2 and O2. Using cross-flow modulated NDIR (non-dispersive infrared absorbance) detection - a method that is ...

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Dust monitor uses triboelectric effect
May 2007, Spero Sensors & Instrumentation
The S300 dust monitor range, developed by Sintrol, has several advantages that can help ease the process of monitoring the safety of the work environment. The instrument can detect particles from 0,1 ...

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Intelligent 'green' building automation for simple management
May 2007, Beckhoff Automation
Recently, Beckhoff products were chosen for the lighting control system for the new FNB Homeloans/Wesbank head offices in Fairlands, Johannesburg. This new project, in conjunction with A2Z Electrical ...

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Streamlining environmental analyses
May 2007
Waters offers a wide range of solutions for environmental samples with its innovative instrumentation, column chemistries and data management software. The Waters' systems simplify analysis, increase ...

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Bring your environmental monitoring out of the cold
May 2007, Omniflex Remote Monitoring Specialists
A popular topic with many organisations today is the issue and proof that companies are taking care of the environment. There are many benefits to be gained out of well managed monitoring systems for ...

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Responsible management of tailings dams and mine waste
May 2007, Endress+Hauser South Africa
The safe and responsible long term management of mine waste is one of the areas in the South African mining industry that Endress+Hauser plays a role in by providing the instrumentation necessary to monitor ...

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Analyser monitors gas impurities to ppb
May 2007
The presence of trace impurities in gas supplies and ambient air are of significant concern for bulk gas producers, semiconductor manufacturers, plant environmental safety personnel, and research scientists. ...

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Filter weighing for gravimetric analysis
May 2007
Filter weighing is a frequent application used in laboratories where pollution in the atmosphere, gases and liquids must be determined by filtration and weighing. Microsep offers a complete solution ...

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Transmitter measures moisture in oil
May 2007, Temperature Controls
Accurately measuring the moisture content in oil is important to ensure the safe operation of machinery and transformers. If the amount of moisture in lubricating or insulating oils is too high, then ...

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Jumo monitors ammonia leakage
April 2007
Due to its good thermodynamic properties, ammonia is often used as a coolant in small refrigeration systems and in large industrial plants. However, ammonia is a corrosive and poisonous chemical that ...

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Portable detector measures four gases simultaneously
April 2007, Spero Sensors & Instrumentation
Oldham Group has launched the Multiguard BM25 transportable gas detection unit. The device can detect up to four explosive gases simultaneously, ie, four toxic gases as well as oxygen deficiency. Key ...

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Octane monitoring systems
March 2007
Complete Octane Monitoring Systems (COMS) from LT Industries (LTI), combine near infraRed (NIR) technology with the power of microprocessing for reliable, precise and virtually maintenance-free composition ...

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New generation rotovapors
March 2007, Labotec
Distillation in a rotary evaporator is the standard method to separate solvents. For almost 50 years these instruments have been present in the lab and their working principle has remained almost unchanged ...

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Chlorine analysers for beverage production processes
February 2007, Hanna Instruments
Free and total in-line chlorine analysers are now available from Hanna Instruments. As part of monitoring the quality of beverage production processes, it is important to check chlorine levels. In fact ...

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JohnsonDiversey standardises on JUMO conductivity and pH systems
February 2007
For projects involving caustic and acid CIP (cleaning in process) control systems, mainly in the beverage, brewing, dairy and pharmaceutical sectors, JohnsonDiversey South Africa standardises on the German ...

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Monitor for measuring important water quality parameters
February 2007
Horiba's U-10 Water Quality Monitor measures six parameters, namely pH, conductivity, turbidity, dissolved oxygen (DO), temperature and salinity. What used to be a complicated calibration process is now ...

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